How to bid on Ammunition Holders for the Department of Defense

What the Army is buying and why it matters

The Army Contracting Command - Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA) is looking to purchase three ammunition holders, National Stock Number (NSN) 1398-01-330-9529, with an option for 100% more. This is a firm-fixed-price order. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside specifically for active holders of a Basic Ordering Agreement Sustainment Track (BOAST) agreement.

If your company manufactures or supplies ammunition holders and holds an active BOAST agreement, this is a direct opportunity to supply the Department of Defense.

Key dates and deadlines

The deadline for submitting questions about this solicitation was September 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. The final deadline for submitting your proposal is October 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Your company must have a fully executed BOAST Basic Ordering Agreement in place by this closing date to be eligible for award.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for small businesses that are current, active holders of a BOAST Basic Ordering Agreement. The item, Holder, Ammunition, NSN 1398-01-330-9529, falls under NAICS code 332993. This indicates a fit for manufacturers of ordnance and accessories, or similar metal product manufacturing.

Additionally, this item is export controlled, and the solicitation includes an Export Controlled Technical Data Package. Vendors will need to be certified in the Joint Certification Program (JCP) to access this technical data. If you are not registered or your certification has expired, you will need to mail DD Form 2345 to the U.S./Canada Joint Certification Office.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation and any amendments, you will need to view the original source on the portal. You may need to click the link twice if the first click takes you to the portal's homepage. A free account may be required to view documents, though not for all bids.

All instructions for proposal submission, evaluation criteria, and order-specific clauses are contained within the attached BOAST RFOP document. You must review this document in its entirety to prepare your proposal. Failure to obtain and respond to any amendments prior to the closing date may result in your proposal being deemed unacceptable.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Since this is a total small business set-aside for BOAST agreement holders, ensure your BOAST agreement is active and fully executed before the deadline. Carefully review all amendments to the solicitation, as they can change requirements or deadlines. The government is not obligated to maintain a vendor mailing list, so regularly check the posting for updates.

Pay close attention to the pricing sheet and any data requirements, such as the Acceptance Inspection Equipment (AIE) Report, as these are critical components of your submission. Given the export control notice, confirm your Joint Certification Program (JCP) status is current to ensure access to necessary technical data.